Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces its designation as the first Whole Health University at the AIHM Conference. Discover SCU’s innovative framework promoting holistic well-being for students, faculty, and staff, inspiring a national movement toward Whole Health transformation.
Dr. Annie Babikian, Deputy Chief of Chiropractic at VA Palo Alto, has been honored with SCU's inaugural Alumni of the Year Whole Health Achievement Award. Learn how her dedication to integrative care and SCU's foundation has shaped her journey in advancing whole-person healthcare.
Southern California University of Health Sciences Dr. Michael Ramcharan Receives APHA Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Public Health and Inter-Professional Education Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud to announce that Dr. Michael Ramcharan, MD, DC, EdD, Vice-Provost and Assistant Vice-President of Academic Affairs, has been honored with the esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Conference. This accolade recognizes Dr. Ramcharan’s outstanding contributions to public health, integrative healthcare education, and SCU’s mission to lead in Whole Health. Dr. Michael Ramcharan: Champion of Public Health and Inter-Professional Education Dr. Ramcharan, an established leader [...]
"SCU’s Dr. Leah Grout receives the prestigious 2024 ICTHP Emerging Leadership Award, recognizing her groundbreaking contributions to integrative and whole health research. Learn how her work advances public health and reflects SCU’s commitment to innovative health solutions."
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is thrilled to announce that Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil, PhD, BAMS, MAOM, LAc, FAIHM, C-IAYT. and Program Director of SCU’s Ayurveda Medicine Department, has been appointed Chair of the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) Section on Integrative, Complementary, and Traditional Health Practices (ICTHP).
SCU Partners with Evidence In Motion to Launch Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has expanded its partnership with Evidence In Motion (EIM) to launch a Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (PPOTD) program. The new program builds on the growing collaboration between SCU and EIM, which already includes hybrid accelerated programs in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), and Master of Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP). With this expansion, licensed occupational therapists with a bachelor’s or master’s degree now have a flexible, accelerated, and affordable pathway to advance their clinical [...]
Discover How Whole Health Education at SCU Transforms Students and Society Featured in The EvoLLLution®: Insights from Dr. Tamara Rozhon, Provost of Southern California University of Health Sciences Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces that our Provost, Dr. Tamara Rozhon, has been featured in The EvoLLLution®, a leading publication focused on the future of higher education. Her article, “How a Whole Health University Transforms the Student Experience and Society,” explores how SCU’s Whole Health approach is redefining the educational landscape, shaping individual student outcomes, and fostering broader societal impact. Read the full article here. How a Whole Health [...]
Celebrating 45 Years of U.S.-China Diplomatic Relations and the Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the United States Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) recently hosted a grand event celebrating the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and China. This historic gathering emphasized the progress and integration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) within American healthcare. It highlighted SCU’s ongoing dedication to advancing integrative, whole-person health through education, research, and cultural exchange. After President Nixon’s landmark 1972 visit to China, TCM began to take root in the United States, becoming a vital component of community health nationwide. [...]
SCU Announces the Launch of Phoenix Metro Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program We are excited to formally announce the launch of our new Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at our Phoenix Metro campus, expanding upon the success of our established OTD program at the Whittier campus. This new program is designed to provide aspiring occupational therapists with the advanced education needed to enter the field of occupational therapy, while also pioneering SCU's future educational offerings in Arizona. The Phoenix Metro OTD program, which recently achieved candidacy status, will begin in January 2025. This program features an innovative hybrid model, [...]
Kicking Off Physician Assistant Week: SCU’s PA Students Serving the Unhoused Community at the LA Mission Introduction to National Physician Assistant Week National Physician Assistant Week (PA Week) occurs from October 6th to 12th each year. This important week raises awareness about the critical contributions Physician Assistants (PAs) make in healthcare. PAs are versatile medical professionals who are pivotal in expanding access to care and improving health outcomes across the United States. At Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), PA Week 2024 was marked by an inspiring initiative to serve the local community and put the values of the [...]
